Trading Intern, West

• **This internship requires the intern sit in our Bellevue office alongside our Traders. Remote option unavailable.* *Solely summer internship unavailable. Our internship length is generally 3 months to a year.*

About The Energy Authority

The Energy Authority is a public power-owned, nonprofit corporation with offices in Jacksonville, Florida and Bellevue (Seattle), Washington. TEA provides public power utilities with access to advanced resources and technology systems so they can respond competitively in the changing energy markets. Through partnership with TEA, utilities benefit from an experienced organization that is singularly focused on deriving the maximum value of their assets from the market.

Join Our Team as a Trading Intern!

Are you energized by fast-paced environments, quick decision-making, and real-time results? The Energy Authority (TEA) is looking for sharp, driven individuals to join our Trading Internship in Bellevue, WA. This multi-month, in-person internship places you at the heart of our West Real-Time and Day-Ahead Trading Desks, giving you firsthand experience in commodity trading and risk management across North America’s power and gas markets.

As a Real-Time Trading Intern, you won’t just be shadowing others—you’ll play an integral role in providing both transactional and analytical support to our trading desks. You’ll tackle real challenges, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute to client reporting, strategy monitoring, and operational excellence. If you're passionate about energy markets and thrive in a high-energy, collaborative environment, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

• **This internship requires the intern sit in our Bellevue office alongside our Traders. Remote option unavailable.* *Solely summer internship unavailable. Our internship length is generally 3 months to a year.*

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Troubleshoot and resolve day-to-day issues faced by Real-Time Traders and Schedulers
• Ensure accurate trade capture across multiple terms and products in our booking systems
• Analyze deal flow and collaborate with settlements on liquidated damages
• Monitor performance metrics and support managers with P&L reporting
• Identify and implement process improvements; maintain protocol documentation
• Perform ad-hoc analyses and deliver insights that matter
• Manage multiple client portfolios in real-time
• Monitor real-time data feeds and respond to changing portfolio conditions
• Coordinate scheduling of resources to meet system obligations
• Develop a strong foundational understanding of Power Management and Trading

What You Bring:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, business, engineering, finance, economics, math, statistics, or a related field
• Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
• A proactive mindset and eagerness to learn
• Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, collaborative environment

Why You’ll Love It Here:

You’ll gain immersive exposure to the world of real-time energy trading, all while being supported by a team that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. Whether you're looking to build technical skills or dive deeper into energy markets, this internship provides a platform to launch your career.

• **This internship requires the intern sit in our Bellevue office alongside our Traders. Remote option unavailable.* *Solely summer internship unavailable. Our internship length is generally 3 months to a year.*